Iron is an important nutrient that you can only get from food, and it comes in two forms: heme iron and nonheme iron. Heme iron comes from animal sources like red meat, fish, and poultry, and your ...

Researchers identified a significant link between heme iron—iron found in red meat and other animal products —and risk of type 2 diabetes (T2D), as well as the metabolic pathways underlying the link.

Iron does a lot of heavy lifting in the body, so we all need to make sure we get enough of it — no matter what our diets look like. Choosing more high-iron foods is a good way to do that. "Iron is a ...

Jillian Kubala, MS, is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian uses a unique and personalized approach to help her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle ...

Iron deficiency affects millions—and your diet can make a big difference. From heme sources to vitamin C pairings, here are foods and drinks that naturally boost haemoglobin. (Image: Pexels) People ...

A new study reveals that moderate consumption of total and non-heme iron may reduce colorectal and colon cancer risk in South Korea, highlighting the role of plant-based iron in cancer prevention.